Don't Hassle the Hoth

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Here is a start on a new modelling project using plastic kits of the "Battle of Hoth" from AMT/ERTL. These appear to be at a compatible scale with X wing. I bought multiple kits to get enough of everything. First up are two groups of T-47 Snowspeeders:

Drilling a hole in these small craft allows them to easily fit on the standard flight base.

WInter is coming... Blizzard Force!

The AT-STs from the kit are not very accurate or to scale so I went with the Micro Machine version that does look much better.

The kit's AT-ATs are pretty good despite the static pose and the lack of feet flanges.

Movement rules for ground units is still a WIP, but possibly the AT-ATs could use a similar concept to the Huge ships with a customized turning template.

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The AT-ATs are FAR from the right scale. Actually, the big Ertl kit is closer to the right scale compared to the snowspeeders. Regardless, I love what you've done so far! I look forward to seeing a battle with these.

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The AT-ATs are FAR from the right scale. Actually, the big Ertl kit is closer to the right scale compared to the snowspeeders. Regardless, I love what you've done so far! I look forward to seeing a battle with these.

That's AMT/ERTL's fault, the scale of everything is a bit wacked in that diorama kit. I have the same one sitting waiting for me to paint up. I kind of think the Action Fleet AT-ATs might be a good scale if you can find them.

DB iI look forward to seeing how this project goes. Will you be doing up al, the turrets as well?

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Yes I plan to do up all the defensive weapon platforms and infantry. The thing I like most about this set is that it includes all of these components. You could always represent some things with markers but 3D models really do enhance the game for me.

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I recall that kit form my younger years. How many did you buy? Also, if memory serves me correctly, you might be able to convert the x-wings (their s-foils are down yeah?) into Z-95s if you so desired.

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I bought 3 sets of "Battle of Hoth Action Scene" which supplied the AT-ATs and all the infantry and defensive weapons. It had one AT-ST per set so had to get the Micro Machine version to have enough and it looks much better. I also have the "Rebel Base" set which has a transport and MF. Both sets have the snowspeeders. I guess there is no need for Z-95 conversions as we will all get these available soon.

Model dimensions:

Snowspeeder length: 2.5cm (1")

AT-AT height: 10cm (4")

AT-ST height 4cm (1.5")

So in general they are a larger scale but the relative scale is pretty good. Infantry models are larger still at 1cm (3/8") but do not look too much out of place as each "man" might represent several actual crew.